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ADRIAN — The Croswell Opera House begins their 2026 Broadway Season with the musical, “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

Dates and times:
Friday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 9 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 16 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 17 at 2:30 p.m.

This rock opera, told entirely through song, has been a global phenomenon for 50 years. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, the musical chronicles the la...

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CINETOPIA FILM FESTIVAL
PUBLIC ACCESS – Friday, May 15th at 8:45 PM and Sunday, May 17th at 3:15 PM at the Michigan – Featuring a post-film discussion with Director David Shadrack Smith
IN EXCESS – Friday, May 15th at 12:15 PM and Saturday, May 16th at 4:15 PM at the Michigan – Featuring a post-film discussion with Director Melissa Langer

MICHIGAN THEATER COMMUNITY FILM CLUB
Monday, May 4th at 6:00 PM at Hear.Say Brewing + Theater – Star Wars and Sci-fi Cinema
Connect with your...

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Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan
Dates: Friday, May 1, 2026
Location: The Ark 316 S Main St Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Price: $51.50 - $86.50
Time: 8:00 PM

First Fridays Ypsilanti Vendor Show
Dates: Friday, May 1, 2026
Location: Yours Truly Event Venue 114 and 108 West Michigan Ave, Ypsi
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Late Night Chelsea
Dates: Friday, May 1, 2026
Price: FREE
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Aviary Illuminated
Da...

Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is renowned for the quality and breadth of its programming. The Ark is an intimate 400-seat club presenting performers who fall into the wide-ranging genres of folk and roots music.

The Ark is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the enrichment of the human spirit through the presentation, preservation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music and related arts. The Ark provides a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all people to listen to, learn about, perform, and share music.

See the month ahead...

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

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Looking to add a little sparkle (and maybe a dash of spice) to your home? 🌿 Meet Tarragon, our Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of Huron Valley!

Tarragon is basically a professional joy-spreader. She’s a local celebrity for her field trips with the Humane Education team and her visits to youth programs. She is sparkly, easygoing, and essentially a social butterfly in dog form...

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This episode: Rich brings the sunshine!

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STAR WARS
May the THIRD be with you. Star Wars Day is May the Fourth, but because that's a Monday, we're observing Star Wars Day at the library on Sunday, May 3 from 11am to 4pm with fun activities for all ages, including, Star Wars inspired crafts, a performance by the Threepios who play parodies of classic '80s pop and new wave songs with a Star Wars spin, plus screening two Star Wars films. aadl.org/starwarsday

CHUCK...

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New this week:

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 – Opens this Friday at the State
With 2 opportunities for Drag Brunch & a Movie with Uplift on Sunday, May 3rd. Screenings at 2:00 & 4:45 PM will be preceded by a 2-themed drag show and welcome mimosa at Uplift, with a brunch buffet. As well as a welcome popcorn at the theater when you arrive.
Brunches will take place from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

BORDERLAND: THE LINE W...

Our Neighbors in Business sponsored by Ann Arbor Spark

Complex science, scattered ownership, and workflow bottlenecks stall high-return projects. Costs rise, targets slip, and profits lag—fueling the myth that sustainability hurts the bottom line. OrbAid's AI-assisted software helps teams accelerate project delivery to boost profits and environmental impact.

OrbAid is an AI-assisted sustainability project management workflow software that empowers team to build increase both business process and environmental impact.

OrbAid simplifies sustainability project creation, selection and execution: Users begin by selecting their preferences—such as job function, industry, goals, and benchmark companies—in und...

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The Arboretum Music Venue Ribbon Cutting Event!
Dates: Friday, April 24, 2026
Location: The Arboretum Music Venue 984 East Michigan Ave Saline, MI 48176
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Tree Town Standup Showcase
Dates: Friday, April 24, 2026
Location: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater 2350 W Liberty St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103

10th Annual Downtown Milan Wine Walk
Dates: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Price: $55/ticket

Earth Day Celebration
Dates: Saturday, April 25, 2026
...

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

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Pop open a little extra happiness today! 🥤 Meet Mr. Pibb, our sweet Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Mr. Pibb might start off a little shy—meeting new people can put him in a bit of a "ruff" spot—but he has been absolutely shining in his foster home. His foster parent reports that he is a total gentleman: gentle, well-mannered, and he e...

Register for Saturday's Earth Day Teach-in HERE 

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This episode: Scott learns how the new Beck song ends

It's more than just books at aadl.org!

PHOTO CONTEST
Do you like taking photos and winning prizes for your photos and having them shown on a GIANT screen in the library? Submit your best photo to the Finding the Green photo contest, now through May 15. Your photo needs to show green in some form or fashion, even if it's just in the background. Maybe a tree, some grass, hitting the jackpot at the casino? Whatever!
Visit aadl.org/findingthegreen for more details!<...

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New this week:

FANTASY LIFE – Limited screenings this week at the Michigan
MOTHER MARY – Opens Friday at the State

SPECIAL SCREENINGS
L’AVVENTURA (1960) – Tuesday, April 21st at 7:00 PM
TWIN PEAKS (1990) – Season 1, Episodes 3 & 4 – Wednesday, April 22nd
THE ROAD HOME – Thursday, April 23rd at 6:00 PM – FREE and open to the public, presented with the Ann Arbor Housing Commission and featuring a post-film panel discussion
AKIRA KUROSAWA’S DREAMS (1990) – Thursday, April 23rd at 8:00 PM
LOST HIGHWAY...

Our Neighbors in Business sponsored by Ann Arbor Spark

Motion Sync started from a firsthand frustration that never quite went away. Motion sickness is not just a minor inconvenience, but something that fundamentally limits how you can use your time in a car. 

Instead of working, reading, or even just relaxing, you’re managing discomfort. And what stands out most was how normalized the problem is. People accept it as inevitable, despite the fact that it directly reduces comfort, productivity, and overall quality of travel.

The PREACT Haptic Pillow is designed to help pas...

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SpringFest 2026
Dates: Friday, April 17, 2026
Price: Free
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: State Street and North University Avenue

Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti (iFFY)
Dates: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: Riverside Arts Center 76 N Huron St Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Price: Varies

Maize vs. Blue Spring Game
Dates: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: Michigan Stadium 1201 S State St Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Price: Free
Time: 2:00 PM

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

SPONSORED BY Man's Lumber & Home. 
Proud to install Andersen windows and doors throughout Michigan

This week’s featured friend from the Humane Society of Huron Valley is a 6-year-old sweetheart named Playdoh! 🐕

Playdoh is a resilient guy with a truly sunny outlook. He recently bounced back from emergency surgery after a bit of a... "rocky" phase (literally, he thought they were snacks 🪨🙈). He’s officially retired from the mineral-tasting business and is now strictly focused on being the best companion ever. Despite...

There are so many benefits to becoming a member! Relive the wonder and excitement of the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and Leslie Science & Nature Center for an entire year! There are three membership levels to choose from that fit your family's needs. You can purchase a membership for your own family or as a gift! 

Explore your choices at discoverscienceandnature.org/membership

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This episode: Scott agrees.

It's more than just books at aadl.org!

TWO GIANT EVENTS at AADL this weekend...

It's Record Store Day Saturday, April 18 from 11AM to 5 PM at the Downtown Library, featuring a pop-up record show at the library. Vendors will be selling used records and music memorabilia. DJs will spin all day and we'll have pinback buttons and tons of fun.

Then Sunday it's Gardening & Farm Fest (April 19) at the Downtown Library from 11AM to 4PM with vendors selling plants and artisan wares, along with talks about gardening...

Make a plan at www.marquee-arts.org!

New this week:

THE CHRISTOPHERS – Opens Friday, April 17th at the State
A MAGNIFICENT LIFE – Opens Friday April 17th at the Michigan

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

ALL THAT BREATHES (2022) – Plays Tuesday, April 14th at 6:00 PM at the State – Presented with the U-M Center for the Humanities, FREE and open to the public
NIGHTS OF CABIRIA (1957) – Plays Tuesday, April 14th at 7:00 PM at the Michigan – Part of Arthouse Revival
SCHOOL IN THE CROSSHAIRS (1981) – Plays Thursday, April 16th at 7:00 PM at the Michigan – Presented with the U-M Center f...

Start Winning with the Commuter Challenge

The Commuter Challenge encourages community members to choose sustainable transportation (such as walking, biking, carpooling, vanpooling, and using public transit) for travel to and from work. 

Log your green commutes, encourage others in your workplace, and win prizes!

Learn more today at getdowntown.org 

Our Neighbors in Business sponsored by Ann Arbor Spark 

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Rent
Dates: April 9, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Location: Encore Musical Theatre Company 7714 Ann Arbor St. Dexter, MI 48130
Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Murder on the Links
Dates: April 2, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Location: Purple Rose Theatre Company 137 Park St Chelsea, MI 48118
Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Astronomicon 9
Dates: Friday, April 10 – Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: Varies
Price: Ticket prices start at $22, kids 5 and under fr...

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

Meet Shenanigans, our latest Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Despite his mischievous name, this little guy is actually a bit of a sensitive soul. He arrived in town via the HSHV "Love Train"—a program that brings pups from overcrowded shelters to find their families here in Michigan. 🐾💖

Shenanigans is a nervous pup who finds the world a little loud sometimes, so he’s looking for a patient crew to show him that life is actually p...

The Fools are back! FestiFools and FoolMoon are returning to downtown Ann Arbor to celebrate with all NEW Giant Papier-Mâché Puppets, community made Luminary Sculptures, LIVE music, street dancing and Foolish mayhem! 

Learn more on their Facebook page: FestiFools Studio

FoolMoon 2026: FoolMoon 2026: Fools of a Feather!
FRIDAY April 10th, 2026, DUSK 7:30pm-Midnight
Downtown Ann Arbor, Washington & Ashley Streets

It’s a bird! It's a plane! It's a Fool with wings!

FoolMoon returns to downtown Ann Arbor with light-filled art, street dancing, and Foolish fun! This year's theme, "Fools of a Fea...

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This episode: Rich went on a creepy vacation

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MUSICAL PETTING ZOO
This Saturday from 1-2 PM at the Downtown Library, join members of the Michigan Pops Orchestra for a hands-on program to learn about musical instruments in our MUSICAL PETTING ZOO! Get up close with string instruments, woodwinds, and more, and learn about their unique roles in an orchestra. For all ages!

INSIDE THE LOCAL MUSIC COMMUNITY
Next Tuesday, April 14, AADL is hosting an event called Inside the Local Music Community with a...

Ypsi Freighthouse will be the setting for so many amazing performances in April!

Make a plan now at www.ums.org

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Don’t miss the music of The Beatles come alive as The Fab Faux, joined by The Hogshead Horns and the Crème Tangerine Strings, return to the Michigan Theater on Friday, April 10 at 8:00 PM with “The Glorious Hodgepodge Show"

MICHIGAN THEATER COMMUNITY FILM CLUB

The Vampire in Cinema History – TONIGHT at 6:00 PM at Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
What to Expect:
- Interactive Games and Activities
- Optional Trivia
- Craft Beers and tasty food
- Vampire Costume Contest
- Connect...

Join us at the first ever Ann Arbor Wine & Sprits Festival on Saturday April 11th!
Get tickets at www.annarborwineandspiritsfest.com

While there, you'll sample beverages distributed by Rave Associates, sponsor of the Foxhole Lounge at Revel Run for the Ann Arbor Wine & Spirits Festival, including:

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American Center for Mobility is located in the heart of the automotive industry, bringing together proving grounds, technology space, and event facilities in one location while providing a confidential, controlled, and flexible environment for testing, validation, and showcasing mobility solutions.

ACM aims to help transform the way automotive industries advance safe, sustainable, and secure mobility technologies through their one-of-a-kind proving ground and test facility.

Learn more today at https://acmwillowrun.org/

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Grand Opening: The Ranch Honky Tonk
Date: Opened on Thursday, March 26
Address: The Ranch Honky Tonk, 122 W. Washington St.

Jeremy Nedd from rock to rock…aka how magnolia was taken for granite
Dates: Friday and Saturday, April 4, 2026
Location: University of Michigan Power Center for the Performing Arts
Time: 7:30 PM

Hash Bash 2026
Dates: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Location: 913 S University Ave. Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Price: Free
Ti...

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

If you're looking for a gentle soul to share your quiet afternoons, meet Lovage, our Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Lovage is a shy young girl who is basically a "hidden gem" in dog form. 💎 She’s looking for a patient human who understands that the best friendships often start with a little bit of quiet time. Because she’s a fan of the low-key lifestyle, she’d thrive in a calm home without young children where she can s...

So many wonderful artists are coming to Ann Arbor this UMS season!

Make a plan now at www.ums.org

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Having access to various methods for receiving timely emergency alerts is crucial to ensuring your safety during an emergency. There are multiple ways to receive emergency communications from the City of Ann Arbor at a2gov.org/alerts

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Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is renowned for the quality and breadth of its programming. The Ark is an intimate 400-seat club presenting performers who fall into the wide-ranging genres of folk and roots music.

The Ark is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the enrichment of the human spirit through the presentation, preservation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music and related arts. The Ark provides a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all people to listen to, learn about, perform, and share music.

See the month ahead...

Make a plan at www.marquee-arts.org!

OPENING THIS WEEK

PALESTINE 36 – Returns Tuesday at the Michigan
THE DRAMA – Opens Thursday at the State
MAGELLAN – Opens Friday at the State
KIKI’S DELIVERY SERVICE (1989) – 4k re-release – Opens Sunday at the Michigan

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

PARIAH (2011) – Tuesday, March 31st at 7:00 PM at the Michigan – Part of Films Made By Women, About Women.
SUPER MARIO BROS (1993) – On 35mm! – Wednesday, April 1st at 7:00 PM
GOOD MORNING (1959) – Thursday, April 2nd at 7:00 PM – Presented with the U-M Center for Japanese Studies, FREE and open to the public
FA...

Each year, in conjunction with Ann Arbor SPARK, EMU's Center for Digital Engagement offers a paid Digital Summer Clinic internship. 

The Digital Summer Clinic enables interns to gain practical experience in tech and digital marketing, connect with mentors and industry professionals(it’s out of EMU, but interns come from universities all across the country, and they are paired with SPARK tech startups to do digital marketing work)

Learn more at digitalsummer.clinic

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30th Annual Exhibition of Artists in Michigan Prisons
Dates: March 18, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Location: U-M Gallery at Duderstadt Center, 2281 Bonisteel Blvd Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Recurrence: Recurring daily

64th Ann Arbor Film Festival
Dates: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 – Sunday, March 29, 2026
Location: Michigan Theater and State Theater
Recurrence: Recurring daily

HUGE JLC Book Sale
Dates: Thursday, March 26 – Saturday, March 28, 2026
Location: Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds 2095 Stra...

Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/

Some classics just get better with age, and Nelly is living proof! 🐾 This senior gal has a reputation for being the sweetest soul around. She’s officially looking for a solo residency—no other dogs, cats, or young kids, please—where she can be the center of your universe and the primary occupant of your best sun-spot. ☀️🛋️

Nelly is a professional-level snuggler with an "angelic" personality that is already set in stone. She’s basically the feline equivalent of a smooth, comforting acoustic track that you want...